Nihilego – Lost Thunder (#106)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Nihilego (#106) is a Rare Holo card from Sun & Moon - Lost Thunder released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Megumi Mizutani and the Nightcap attack, You can use this attack only if your opponent has exactly 2 Prize cards remaining. Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon's attacks and use it as this attack.. TCGplayer market price sits around $12.50, Cardmarket average sale is €13.31, Floor listings start near €8.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $12.50
- Cardmarket trend price: €12.08
- Recent low listing: €8.00
Card Details
- Set
- Lost Thunder
- Card Number
- 106
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Megumi Mizutani
- HP
- 110
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Nightcap
[Psychic]
You can use this attack only if your opponent has exactly 2 Prize cards remaining. Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon's attacks and use it as this attack. -
Void Tentacles
[Psychic]
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused and Poisoned.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Nihilego from Lost Thunder (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Megumi Mizutani.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Nihilego 106 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Nihilego's Nightcap for Psychic energy. Special effect: You can use this attack only if your opponent has exactly 2 Prize cards remaining. Choose 1 of your ...
Stats Overview: 110 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Psychic ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lost Thunder #106 ← Current | 110 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $12.50 |
�📦 Lost Thunder Set Context
This Nihilego is part of the Lost Thunder expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Megumi Mizutani, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Nihilego card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare Holo cards from Lost Thunder are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Megumi Mizutani resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Lost Thunder
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Nihilego 106 was released in 2018 in the Lost Thunder expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Megumi Mizutani. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Lost Thunder represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Nihilego with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Nihilego card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Nihilego works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.